The Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education program at Delta State University is offered through the School of Teacher Education within the College of Education, Arts, and Humanities. This program is designed for students pursuing careers in secondary or K-12 education. Students can specialize in areas such as Biology, English, Mathematics, or Social Studies for secondary education or Physical Education, Vocal Music, or Instrumental Music for K-12 Education.
Each student selects a primary area of emphasis and a secondary area of concentration. Graduates are fully prepared to enter the classroom in their chosen field and must pass all required licensure exams for the state of Mississippi to receive their teaching license. The additional area of endorsement enhances their marketability, equipping them with dual certifications for greater career opportunities.
Delta State also offers a B.S.E. in Elementary Education for individuals interested in specializing in K-6 education.
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Why Choose the B.S. in Secondary Education at DSU?
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The bachelor’s program in Secondary Education at Delta State University equips students to become effective educators through a well-rounded curriculum and immersive clinical experiences. The program emphasizes diversifying teaching abilities by enabling students to teach in multiple subject areas, enhancing their versatility and career opportunities. Upon graduation, students will be fully prepared to enter the classroom and excel in their primary area of emphasis or secondary area of endorsement.
- Applications accepted year-round
- Classes begin in Fall and Spring terms
- Accredited by CAEP since 1954
- Highly credentialed and resourceful instructors
- Knowledgeable and helpful faculty and supervisors
- Job-embedded training through field experiences (internships)
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Concentrations in Secondary Education
Students in the Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education program at Delta State University select a primary area of emphasis from the following fields. In addition to their primary area of emphasis, students also complete a second area of emphasis for a supplemental endorsement, further broadening their qualifications. This second area may be selected from the list below or from additional options such as Special Education or K-6 Elementary Education, providing students with greater versatility in the teaching field.
- Biology (Grades 7-12)
- English (Grades 7-12)
- Mathematics (Grades 7-12)
- Social Studies (Grades 7-12)
- Music (Vocal) (Grades K-12)
- Music (Instrumental) (Grades K-12)
- Physical Education (Grades K-12)
What Can I Do With a B.S. Degree in Secondary Education?
Upon graduation and successful completion of all required licensure exams, graduates will be licensed to teach in both their major area of emphasis and their second area of concentration. Depending on the chosen emphasis, students will be qualified to teach at the K-12 level, enabling them to impact a broad range of grade levels and subject areas. By earning dual endorsements, graduates are equipped to meet the diverse needs of schools and enhance their career versatility.
Scholarships
Delta State’s Secondary Education program is more affordable than many comparable programs offering similar opportunities. At DSU, students are automatically considered for scholarships. Specific opportunities include scholarships for Education majors who are Mississippi residents, maintain a GPA of 2.5 or higher, are sophomores, juniors, or seniors, or reside in particular counties within the Mississippi Delta. Additionally, students may qualify for non-program-specific scholarship opportunities.
Program Goals
The primary goal of the Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education program is to provide high-quality instruction, complemented by focused, hands-on clinical practice, to prepare future educators for transforming K-12 and 7-12 education. Students are given extensive opportunities to connect theory and research with real-world application, fostering active engagement in interactive teaching and learning experiences.